Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA bus

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 30 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Sacramento, CA for South Lake Tahoe, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Amtrak
17:002h30
Sacramento, CA
19:30South Lake Tahoe, CA
£351One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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amtrak17:00 Sacramento, CA
2h30
19:30 South Lake Tahoe, CA0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Buses from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:00, the last at 14:55. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
137 km
Average bus duration
2h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
2h 30m
First bus
10:00
Last bus
14:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at South Lake Tahoe, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA is on average 2 h 30 min   for the 84 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to South Lake Tahoe, CA from Sacramento, CA by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA leaves at 10: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA leaves at 14: 55.
There is 1 coach a day from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to South Lake Tahoe, CA. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to South Lake Tahoe, CA from Sacramento, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to South Lake Tahoe, CA from Sacramento, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA by coach is January.
Yes, you can take a coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.
No, the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.
    No, luggage for the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sacramento, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA.

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